Personal essays by David Madden, a former Navy SEAL and father, covering psychological habits like fighting reality, the cognitive case for paper books over e-readers, and honesty about military identity after leaving service. The writing is reflective and candid, mixing memoir with broader cultural observations.
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A weekly personal letter of lyrical, fragmentary prose drawing on the author's daily life, work at a bike shop, home, and the places she visits. Readers get observational, intimate essays plus occasional notes on readings and literary events.
A personal newsletter by a writer reflecting on grief, family history, and Japanese American heritage, including the death of a grandmother and a photograph of a great-uncle during wartime incarceration. It also offers gentle encouragement about anxiety and uncertainty, aiming to make readers feel less alone.
Personal essays by Jack Beaudoin that blend travel memoir, vivid small-town reportage and reflections on mortality and aging. The writing is literary and observational, using concrete scenes to explore meaning and loss.
A personal essay newsletter by an autistic writer, mixing short memoir about travel, family, and everyday moments with reflections on burnout and meaning. Each issue is a brief, reflective vignette meant to connect the writer with readers.
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